Riley, Charles A.
Disability and the Media: Prescriptions for Change
- ISBN 13:
- 9781584654735
- author:
- Riley, Charles A.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- University Press of New England
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 284
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 233 mm
- Genre:
- Disability: social aspects
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Disability and the Media: Prescriptions for Change by Charles A. Riley explores how the mass media has portrayed disability over the past decade. Since the 1920s, depictions have remained largely unchanged, focusing almost exclusively on the medical aspect of injury or illness, often leading to an "overcoming" narrative that is deeply offensive to persons with disabilities. This portrayal not only perpetuates prejudice and pity but also distorts crucial aspects of public policy, such as employment, social services, and healthcare. The media's influence has contributed to the economic and social repression of one in five Americans. The book examines how this distortion affects individuals and society, highlighting the need for more nuanced and accurate representations of disability. By analyzing the media's portrayal of disability, Riley argues that a change is needed to promote greater understanding and inclusion. This book provides prescriptions for change, offering insights into the impact of media representation on disability issues and proposing alternative approaches to improve public policy and social attitudes.
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